Ruger at 12 Months

Here's some things about Ruger at 1 whole year!

1. He's not really liking milk. He does love cheese though and juices and water. Weaning from nursing has commenced and he is very unhappy about it. 
2. He's taking steps, but only three at the most. He doesn't really show that he's interested in practicing or trying much. 
3. He has learned how to scream. Ugh. Such a horrible scream that has a touch of growl to it. It developed during Spring Break when he was suffering from a man cold/ear infection. 
4. He still only has his 8 teeth. He hasn't cut any teeth in months. 
5. He's getting harder to keep out of things. He wants to explore and get into everything like his sisters.
6. He no longer likes the high chair.
7. He only says Mama and Dada. 
8. He has really taken to food lately. Rice is his absolute favorite. He will literally eat half the pot of rice we make for the whole family. Second favorite would be cheese. 
9. As much as he loves to explore and roam all day, he still wants to be held quite a bit of the day. 
10. He brightens up as soon as Isabelle or Daddy get a home. He is quite the Daddy's boy.